Europeans are upset about Team USA reacquiring Balogun, America put in effort for the 4th, and beaches are not as great as people think.
Monday Morning Thoughts Post-Holiday So, how’s everyone feeling this Monday morning after the Fourth of July weekend? Honestly, I’m a bit groggy. And while there’s talk of possible historic rain near Lake Erie today, I’m nonetheless excited for Monday’s Screencap. Right now, we’re in a lull between major sports events—the World Cup is in a […]
Warning against swimming at 5 NYC beaches for July 4
NYC Beaches Under Advisory Amid Heat Wave Several beaches in New York City are now under advisories due to an ongoing heat wave, particularly as the Fourth of July weekend approaches. This advisory indicates that the water at the affected beaches has elevated levels of bacteria. The Health Department has advised against swimming or engaging […]
Swimming warnings at New Jersey beaches due to high fecal bacteria levels
Several swimming areas in New Jersey are currently under close watch after water quality tests revealed high levels of fecal bacteria. As of June 21, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has put out swimming advisories for five coastal spots in Ocean and Cape May counties. This advisory was issued mainly due to […]
Multiple states are closing beaches due to elevated bacteria levels this summer
Beachgoers Urged to Check Water Quality This Summer As summer approaches, officials across several states are cautioning beach visitors to look into local water quality advisories before taking a dip. Rising levels of bacteria have led to numerous beach closures and health warnings in states like Iowa, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and Washington. Last year, the […]
Unprecedented seaweed invasion hits South Florida beaches
Record levels of sargassum seaweed have recently appeared along South Florida’s beaches, much to the dismay of beachgoers and local communities trying to cope with the situation. This brown algae has formed large piles, leading many visitors to complain about how it dampens their beach experience. Scientists from the University of South Florida’s Optical Oceanography […]
Rare occurrence making Jersey Shore beaches look like tropical seas
Tropical Waters Along the Mid-Atlantic Coast If you’re dreaming of tropical beaches, you might not have to go too far. Along the Mid-Atlantic coast, the ocean has taken on an unusually bright turquoise hue, and there’s a reason for this change. NASA’s satellite imagery indicates that the water along areas like the Jersey Shore is […]
Teen takeovers create chaos across the country, hitting malls, beaches, and restaurants.
A wave of “teen takeovers” has swept the nation, transforming public areas like upscale waterfronts, shopping centers, parks, and busy restaurants into scenes of chaos. Police forces are dealing with fights, thefts, vandalism, and even shootings as large groups of teenagers disrupt these spaces. Reports of unrest have come in from various locations, including the […]
Santa Monica Pier recognized again as one of California’s most contaminated beaches
Santa Monica Pier Ranked Among California’s Most Polluted Beaches Again If you’re in the midst of planning your summer getaway, Southern California beaches might be tempting options. But, there’s some concerning news about one of the most popular spots: the Santa Monica Pier. The environmental group Heal the Bay has announced that, for the fifth […]
Wastewater from Mexico poses a risk to one of Southern California’s favorite beaches.
Water tainted with millions of gallons of sewage from Mexico continues to affect some of Southern California’s busiest beaches, leading to ongoing closures and health fears for local communities. In Coronado, officials are raising alarms, urging people to avoid the ocean as hazardous runoff infiltrates the shoreline. Signs have been posted along the beaches, warning […]
Greece adds more beaches to its protected list and prohibits sunbed rentals this summer.
Greece Expands Protected Beaches Amid Overtourism Concerns In a move to combat overtourism, Greece has recently added more beaches to its list of protected areas, while prohibiting sunbed rentals and other commercial uses as the summer season approaches. This month, the Greek Ministry of Environment and Energy announced that the total number of protected beaches […]